Lake Agape

HORTON BRANCH· Polk, Tennessee· Built 1970· Earth·
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Agape is classified as low hazard in Tennessee. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage53 acre-ft
Normal Storage71 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1970 (56 years old)
NID IDTN13902

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 20, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TENNESSEE SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

POLK COUNTY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Agape?

Lake Agape is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Agape?

Lake Agape is owned by POLK COUNTY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Agape built?

Lake Agape was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Agape?

Lake Agape serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Lake Agape last inspected?

Lake Agape was last inspected on July 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.